Head-to-head · Website Builders
Google Sites vs Weebly
Google Sites leads on 1 check, Weebly on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGoogle Sites · 8.1/10
- Lowest starting priceGoogle Sites · $7/user/mo
- Free planonly Weebly
Google Sites scores higher on our rubric for website builders: 8.1 against 8.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #15 and #16.
Google Sites is cheaper to start at $7/mo against $13/mo.
Google Sites is the better fit for simple sites built around Google Workspace content. Weebly is the better fit for starter sites and small online stores.
- Google Sites fits best
Simple sites built around Google Workspace content
- Weebly fits best
Starter sites and small online stores
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Side by side
| Feature | Google Sites 8.1/10 Visit ↗ | Weebly 8.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.1 | 8.0 |
| Ranking | #15 in Website Builders | #16 in Website Builders |
| Best for | Simple sites built around Google Workspace content | Starter sites and small online stores |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $7/user/mo (best) | $13/mo |
| Free plan | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Features Google Sites 0/5 · Weebly 0/5 | ||
| Custom domain on free | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| AI site builder | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Blogging | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Code export | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Hosting included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| E-commerce | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Google Sites is a browser-based builder for publishing informational websites without programming. Its drag-and-drop editor, templates, page hierarchy, custom paths, navigation controls, and public or restricted sharing suit personal… Read the review → |
Weebly is a hosted website builder for individuals and small businesses that want to create and publish a site without managing hosting separately. Its drag-and-drop responsive editor, templates, SSL hosting, page-level SEO settings,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Google Sites — where it wins
- Drag-and-drop editing with templates, pages, subpages, and custom paths
- Embeds Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, YouTube, calendars, maps, and more
- Supports custom domains, sharing controls, code embeds, and Google Analytics
Where it doesn't
- Blogging is not supported
- The listed $7 tier is Google Workspace Starter, not a standalone Sites plan
- Available through the web rather than native desktop or mobile apps
Weebly — where it wins
- Free plan includes a hosted Weebly subdomain and SSL security
- Drag-and-drop editor with responsive templates and themes
- Built-in SEO settings, forms, blogging, and store tools
Where it doesn't
- Custom domains require a paid plan
- Ecommerce and marketing features are highlighted only on Performance
- Support channels are docs and community
- Google Sites8.1/10 · Paid
A straightforward choice for Google Workspace-based sites, but not for blogging.
Visit Google SitesFull verdict → - Weebly8.0/10 · Free plan
A low-cost builder for starter sites that need basic ecommerce, forms, and SEO.
Visit WeeblyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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